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PALMDALE, CA — On Tuesday, Oct. 21, the Palmdale City Council unanimously approved a dual naming of a portion of Avenue Q to Deputy Clinkunbroomer Avenue (Avenue Q), commemorating Los Angeles Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer, who was murdered in the line of duty. The dual naming applies to the corridor from Sierra Highway to 40th Street East. During the meeting, City leaders presented Deputy Clinkunbroomer’s family with a ceremonial street sign in his honor.   “The dual n

SACRAMENTO – Continuing its support for LA fire survivors, Governor Newsom announced that the CalAssist Mortgage Fund will increase its income limits, allowing thousands more California homeowners impacted by recent disasters to qualify for mortgage relief. In Los Angeles County, survivors of the 2025 wildfires with household incomes up to $211,050 may now be eligible — a $70,000 increase from the previous threshold.  Disaster recovery isn’t some off-the-shelf formula — it’s

Palmdale Boulevard - Here is a list of what is being done on Palmdale Boulevard at various locations with safety and reduction of accidents, injuries and fatalities in mind while still moving traffic: Palmdale Boulevard – Vision Zero Safety Enhancements 1. Palmdale Boulevard from 87th Street East to 90th Street East and from 125th Street East to 130th St East have been identified as Collision Concentration Corridors in the County Vision Zero Action Plan. 2. Traffic safety enh

Palmdale, CA.- Millions of Americans across the country organized “No Kings” events in their communities this past weekend, October 18, 2025. Hundreds of residents from the Antelope Valley gathered at the intersections of Rancho Vista Boulevard and 10th Street West in Palmdale to protest against President Donald Trump’s what they call “authoritarian” and “fascist” policies. The turnout for this protest was even greater than that of the inaugural “No Kings” protest held in Jun

SAN FRANCISCO – California will hit back to block President Trump’s illegal use of the military against our civilian population if he sends federalized National Guard troops into San Francisco. Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the state will file a lawsuit immediately if the President doubles down on breaking the law by sending members of the military once again into the streets of an American city.  We’re a nation of laws and accountability — n

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California’s cannabis enforcement efforts led to the seizure and destruction of over $222 million worth of illegal cannabis from July to September 2025. Partners across state government, a part of the California Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF) worked together to seize illegal cannabis, plants and firearms from unlawful cannabis operations across California.  California remains committed to protecting consumer

LOS ANGELES — Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has urged the state’s Board of Forestry and Fire Protection to expedite the finalization of “Zone Zero” regulations in California’s most wildfire-prone areas. These regulations aim to protect homes while saving Californians money. Since 2022, Commissioner Lara has mandated discounts for homeowners and commercial insurance under his Safer from Wildfires regulations, which benefit properties with a non-combustible five-foot ar

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the approval of $25 million in grants for 88 apprenticeship programs through the Employment Training Panel (ETP) that will train 22,208 California workers in the skilled trades. Many of those who will join the apprenticeships funded are women, justice-involved individuals, veterans and people transitioning from unemployment or low-paying jobs. This announcement follows the $30 million investment announced last week in appren

PALMDALE, CA —The Palmdale Playhouse is hosting open auditions Nov. 21-23 for its upcoming production of “Disney’s ‘Frozen’ The Broadway Musical,” offering performers 8 and older the opportunity to bring beloved characters to life on the Palmdale stage. Produced by the City of Palmdale with creative talent from Palmdale Repertory Theatre.   Auditions will be held at the Palmdale Playhouse, located at 38334 10th St. East . All principal and ensemble roles are available.   Adul

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced that President Trump’s federal government shutdown will likely delay food benefits for millions of Californians who rely on CalFresh cards to feed themselves and their families. If President Trump and Congress do not reopen the federal government by October 23, or take action to fund benefits, CalFresh benefits will likely be delayed in November. This afternoon, the California Department of Social Services began notifying all co